Job Overview
As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing compassionate care and support to our client at home and on days outing. You will be a part of a special care team delivering care to our client him to reach her full potential. You will deliver care in line with the care plan which includes tracheostomy care, care of the ventilated client and gastrostomy care. As well as supporting with all aspects of daily living you will engage in leisure activities with our client such as watching football attending wheelcahir football.
You will be supported by our clinical nurses and invited to attend regular supervisions and team meetings. Our clinical nurses will ensure you are competent in our client's care needs and support with any clinical concerns and queries you may have.
Duties
* Assist clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, peg feeding regime and medication administration.
* Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance the well-being of our client.
* Implement care plan and ensuring that all aspects of care are met.
* Support our client with mobility and physical activities,
* Monitor and document changes in health status and report any concerns to the healthcare team.
* Maintain a clean and safe environment at all times.
* Participate in case management meetings to discuss our clients progress and adjustments to care plans.
* Drive our client to appointments or social activities as required.
* Familiarity with medical terminology and medication administration protocols is essential.
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with our client and his family.
* A valid driving licence is beneficial for transporting clients when necesary.
Experience Required
* What you'll need
Experience of working with clients with complex care health needs.
Experience in moving and handling.
Experience in tracheostomy, ventilation,oxygen & gastrostomy care.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £13.80-£15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 60 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Referral programme
Work Location: In person